Battle of Uji, Historic battle in Japan
The Battle of Uji (1180) is renowned for its significance in the Genpei War.
This was the first battle that marked the beginning of the Genpei War.
The battle involved warriors from the Minamoto and Taira clans, families central to Japanese history.
The site offers insight into the early samurai warfare tactics used during the period.
It featured a historically important instance of the use of a warrior monk (Sohei) in battle.
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Genpei War
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34.88083,135.77944
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August 31, 2026 12:20
